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One of the most challenging aspects of any small business is the ability to remain one step ahead of the economic curve. In this manner, freelancers and entrepreneurs face even more hurdles due to the fact that they are often required to take on many different roles. They might need to exude the prowess of a marketing expert in order to create an advertising campaign before changing gears to cater to the needs of a disgruntled client. Still, knowing what might be looming over the not-so-distant horizon is the best way to be prepared so that the right steps can be taken at the appropriate times. What does 2019 have to offer? What are some trends...

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Situated in a backyard in Central Phoenix, Brandon Ratcliff is preparing for his SoFar Sounds show. It’s a Saturday afternoon in early March, and as the small crowd begins to settle into their seats, the 24-year-old musician is visibly eager.

His comfortable and unexplainably-cool mood before hitting the stage is an arguable parallel to how he seems to be approaching his budding and relatively fresh career. While he may still be trying to find his footing in the ever-changing industry of country music, Ratcliff is no stranger to the creative...

With any Irish luck, this will be a weekend to remember. Check out our roundup of the best 10 things to do around the Valley in honor of St. Patrick’s Day this weekend, March 15 through March 17.

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St. Patrick’s Day Weekend at the Irish Cultural Center

The Irish Cultural Center is the place to be this weekend to take part in dozens of fun and unique festivities that all celebrate St. Patrick’s Day. The...